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SPND 422

Differentiated Instruction Using Technology Across the Curriculum

Welcome to Your Course Wiki!

We will be using this wiki for organization of course resources and materials (Read).
Edmodo group will be used for active course discussions, announcements and turning in assignments (Write)

Course Description


Educators are responsible to incorporate instructional and assistive technology into their classrooms and into their students’ Individualized Education Plans. This course provides real world experiences, resources and skill development in using the latest software, Internet resources, adaptive equipment and best practices. Make decisions with guidance resulting in practical solutions that can be readily implemented in inclusive classrooms.

This course is offered in 5 modules. The focus is more on students and curriculum rather than how technology works. Students will gain overview knowledge of a range of potentially helpful technologies as they relate to learner accommodation or curriculum modification strategies.


Course Dates:
  • ** Module #1 Managing the Learning Environment – Friday through Saturday morning
      • History/Future of Technology in Education
      • Intro to UDL, AT and AAC
      • Managing the Learning Environment
      • Operating Systems, Devices, Browsers, and Accessibility
      • File Management, Cloud Storage, Digital Collaboration
      • Using Online Course Tools
    • Module #2 – Saturday (afternoon)
      • Instructional Activities on the Internet for Curriculum Integration
      • Choosing Technology to support the Curriculum
      • Exploring Chrome extensions and Google Tools
      • Exploring Online Tools
      • Becoming a Connected Educator
    • ONLINE Module #3 - Universal Design for Learning
      • UDL: Online Investigations & Discussions
    • ONLINE Module #4 Assistive Technology
      • Assistive Technology Tools, AT End Users, AT Procedures: Investigations and Discussions
    • Module #4 LAB - Friday to Saturday Morning
      • Creating Lesson Plans and Integrating Tools
      • Hands-On Assistive Technology, iPad, and Chrome Tools Lab
    • Module #5 - Saturday Afternoon
      • Multimedia, Project/Problem Based Learning
      • Connected Educator Continued
    • Final Project Due Friday March 2nd by Midnight


This course is offered in a blended format and 40% of the coursework takes place online between course meetings.
EXPECT TWO DAYS/16 HOURS OF ONLINE INVESTIGATION WORK AND DISCUSSIONS BETWEEN CLASS WEEKENDS.

Online Learning Tips:
1. Read the Syllabus
2. Plan weekly study times
3. Log-in to the course at least 3 times per week
4. Ask Questions
5. Make connections with fellow students.

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TECHNOLOGY ACCESS SURVEY